Discord is
one of those evils sometimes found in the church. God hates discord
and strife, but He loves harmony and peace, but those who spread
discord will be punished by the Lord. Those who spread discord within
the church should be disciplined swiftly by the Leaders. Elders must
not ignore it; God will hold us all accountable who ignore or promote
discord in any way. Proverbs states it emphatically that there are
six things the Lord hates; yes, seven which are an abomination to
Him: “Haughty eyes, a lying tongue, and hands that shed
innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked plans, feet that run
rapidly to evil, a false witness who utters lies, and one who spreads
strife among brothers.” (Prov. 6:16-18)